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Commodity Futures Trading Commission

government agency

The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is an independent agency of the United States federal government. Created in 1974, the commission regulates the United States derivatives markets, which includes futures, swaps, and certain kinds of options.

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  1. Oct 8
    NFL Seeks Prediction Markets Ruling
    Mostly CenterThe NFL says state oversight is needed to protect consumers and game integrity, while Kalshi says the CFTC is policing the markets.
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  2. Sep 24
    New York Sues Polymarket
    Mostly CenterPolymarket says federal commodities rules and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission govern its markets, while New York says state gambling law applies.
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  3. Sep 15
    Senate Blocks Clarity Act
    BalancedThe bill would split digital-asset oversight between the CFTC and SEC.
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